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Historically high sea water temperatures are fueling the early arrival of El Niño storms

Historically high sea water temperatures are fueling the early arrival of El Niño storms

Oct 7, 2026

“This is something we have not seen before,” says meteorologist Bolívar Erazo, referring to the high temperatures of Pacific Ocean waters off the coast of Ecuador and Peru. “We knew this would be a strong El Niño but its strength is off the charts in comparison to...

The ten-million-dollar invisible man

October 7th, 2026

The U.S. is sending ‘Hunter-Killer’ drones to Ecuador and Colombia to target drug cartels

October 7th, 2026

For older adults, a fall can be a life-changing event; Here’s how to prevent it

October 7th, 2026

Power generating equipment gets new tax breaks; Country risk rises; Elections council prepares for El Niño and blackouts; Changes to rental law considered

October 6th, 2026

Flooding emergency declared in Esmeraldas as agricultural losses mount in three provinces

October 6th, 2026

‘We don’t need a backup plan.’ Then Elaine opened the refrigerator

October 6th, 2026

U.S. senator wants tariff hike on Ecuadorian shrimp

October 5th, 2026

Weekend rains boost generation at Coca Codo hydro and add a meter to the Mazar reservoir water level

October 5th, 2026

Noboa proposes do-it-yourself energy solutions; 8 out of 10 Ecuadorians use digital banking; Int’l theater festival opens; Montreal, Toronto flights resume

October 5th, 2026

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Expat Life in Ecuador

The ten-million-dollar invisible man

The ten-million-dollar invisible man

Oct 7, 2026

Shortly after seven on a January evening in 2015, a computer at Banco del Austro sent an instruction to Wells Fargo in the United States to the effect: "Send lots of money to Hong Kong and Dubai!" Since it appeared to have the proper credentials, Wells Fargo acted on...

‘We don’t need a backup plan.’ Then Elaine opened the refrigerator

October 6th, 2026

Killing with kindness

October 5th, 2026

What have the Romans ever done for us?

October 2nd, 2026

Five gastrointestinal symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

October 2nd, 2026

Explore the cafés and bookshops of Buenos Aires

October 1st, 2026

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Opinions on Ecuador

Sizing up Bukele and his El Salvador experiment

September 25th, 2026

Don’t be fooled by a summer of AI hype as marketers push the fictional machine god narrative

September 22nd, 2026

My dumbphone made my life better but it made everyone else’s worse

September 17th, 2026

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Upcoming Events See calendar

Next StoryJAM Explores “Mentors” – storytelling open mic

September 30th, 2026

Community San Pedro / Huachuma Ceremony — Saturday, October 10

September 30th, 2026

House of Patricia Ann presents: Art In Motion

August 10th, 2026

Pizza Week Cuenca 2026 — 18+ Restaurants, One Fixed Price

August 18th, 2026

Real Estate & Rentals See more

Bright modern furnished 2 br 2 b apt, w covered balcony w city view

October 7th, 2026

3 Story Renovated House for Sale

October 7th, 2026

Price reduced! Beach house San Jacinto Manabi

October 7th, 2026

Small Timeless Colonial Charm in El Centro

September 24th, 2026

Community Posts See more

Explore Latin America with 30 Spanish songs and cultural lessons

October 7th, 2026

Straighter Teeth at Any Age

October 7th, 2026

Get 15% OFF your complete pair (photochromic lenses + frame) this month!

October 7th, 2026

How to buy Real Estate in Ecuador

October 7th, 2026

NEW APP in Cuenca for EVERY cell phone type (Apple App Store & Google Play Store)

October 7th, 2026

Health News

For older adults, a fall can be a life-changing event; Here’s how to prevent it

October 7th, 2026

Five gastrointestinal symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

October 2nd, 2026

Three common drugs that older adults are overusing

September 25th, 2026

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